Lab Researcher Position- RNA modifications in pulmonary research

Posted on January 14th,

The Woodcock lab at National Jewish Health, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, is seeking a highly motivated Lab Researcher to join the team. The Woodcock lab studies the post-transcriptional mechanisms regulating vascular cell signaling and physiology, specifically in the context of pulmonary hypertension pathogenesis.

This position will perform complex laboratory procedures such as molecular analysis (protein, DNA, RNA, cloning) and maintaining mouse colonies. Experience in basic cell and molecular biology techniques is essential. Experience organizing high throughput sample handling and analysis is preferred. Good organization and prioritization skills are required.

The members of the team are highly collaborative and interactive, and the candidate must have strong motivation and communication skills. The incumbent must be able to accurately record and coordinate data collection and analysis at an industry level and manage interactions with several investigators in a professional manner.

  • Requirements: Bachelor’s degree + 2 years’ experience after graduation –OR– Master’s degree + 0 years’ experience after graduation after graduation.
  • Hourly Range: $21.00 - $25.00

Cover letter (including personal statement and future career goal, 1 page limit) is required for review of the application. Please provide three professional references with contact information.

How to Apply: please apply via the website: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/CS/national_i/#/job/9001


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